Platonism and Mystical Theology: The Spiritual Doctrine of St Gregory of Nyssa: The Spiritual Doctrine of St Gregory of Nyssa by Jean Daniaelou & Ignatius Green ISBN B0BXBFRCF2 instant download

Platonism and Mystical Theology: The Spiritual Doctrine of St Gregory of Nyssa: The Spiritual Doctrine of St Gregory of Nyssa by Jean Daniaelou & Ignatius Green ISBN B0BXBFRCF2 instant download

Embark on an enlightening exploration of the intricate interplay between Platonism and Christian mystical theology in Jean Daniélou's masterful work, "Platonism and Mystical Theology." Drawing from the rich tapestries of ancient philosophy and the deep well of Christian spirituality, Daniélou skillfully bridges the two realms, illuminating how Platonic thought has enriched and influenced Christian mystical traditions throughout the ages. In every chapter, readers are invited to journey deeper into the confluence of these two great rivers of thought, discovering the harmonies, contrasts, and profound insights that arise from their union. Whether you're a theologian, a philosopher, or a seeker yearning for spiritual depth, this book offers a rare window into the transformative power of divine wisdom. Dive into this intellectual and spiritual odyssey, and uncover the timeless treasures that lie at the intersection of Platonism and Christian mysticism.

Review

“Ever since it first saw the light of day nearly eighty years ago, Jean Daniélou’s Platonism and Mystical Theology has been deserving of an English translation. No one has labored as tirelessly as Daniélou to demonstrate that Gregory was a Christian theologian, not just a Platonic philosopher in disguise. Daniélou—insisting that in Gregory’s mystical theology, Platonic eros culminates in evangelical agapē— has rightly come to function as the baseline for subsequent Nyssen scholarship. The publication of this profound yet accessible treatment of Gregory of Nyssa is a milestone in patristic and spiritual theology.” Hans Boersma, PhD Saint Benedict Servants of Christ Chair in Ascetical Theology Nashotah House Theological Seminary Author of Embodiment and Virtue in Gregory of Nyssa: An Anagogical Approach (Oxford)

“At last: A long overdue translation of Daniélou’s classic study, complete with updated notes and bibliography. This work helped set a new standard for patristic scholarship: sympathetic yet probing, close to th